How Long Do Solder Tips Last
Touch soldering wire to the joint.
How long do solder tips last. During the soldering process the soldering iron tip undergoes physical changes which are a. Thoroughly clean the end of the pipe with sandcloth. A solder joint forms a strong watertight seal that will last for decades or longer when done properly.
After soldering check the solder joints carefully. To last long treat it gently. Apply very little flux in the solder joints and make the soldering.
Adding another thirty minutes or so will ensure that storing the soldering iron in an enclosed space is safe. Always make sure you refasten the cap of the syringe after each use. The only time they wear or degrade is when they are heated and in contact with solder.
Storing solder paste couldnt be easier. To 700 degrees is the happy zone. You should spool off 30 centimetres or so of solder from your spool straighten the end of it out and hold the solder at least 5 centimetres from the end.
Our number one tip. Do not keep the soldering iron tip more than 3 seconds on the soldering joint when soldering CMOS components. Use the correct type of vise or third hand.
Make sure to buy a high-quality tip like the Hakko tips they will last much longer than generic ones. Finally dry with paper towels. -- Cheers James Arthur.